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EA55 LFL

2005 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,758 mi
Last recorded40,758 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2009
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 LFL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2009 40,758 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 40,734 miles

both headlamps have small marks on glass but this does not affect light output or beam set

n s/r tyre 2mm on edges

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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EA55 LFL is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA55 LFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EA55 LFL?

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What year was EA55 LFL registered?

EA55 LFL is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is EA55 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA55 LFL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EA55 LFL have outstanding finance?

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